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Ivy & Varley, Salt Lake City, UT

Ivy & Varley

4.4
4.4
790 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
Located in the heart of Salt Lake City, Ivy & Varley are a duo of a modern American bar and restaurant that offers guests an eclectic cuisine. Ivy & Varley boast some of the most unforgettable atmospheres in the city, including the largest outdoor patio that downtown has to offer. Ivy & Varley are 21+ establishments.

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2 people

7:00 PM


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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am

  • Phone number

    (801) 895-2846

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Executive chef

    Bobby McFarland

  • Catering

    We offer a variety of different In house catering options. Please contact us for more information.

  • Private party facilities

    Ivy & Varley houses many different options for your private event needs. We have multiple private and semi private areas to choose from. This is the perfect place for a company gathering, rehearsal dinner, or private party. We can accommodate groups from 15 - 500.

  • Private party contact

    our Private Event Coordinator : (801) 895-2846

  • Neighborhood

    Downtown

  • Cross street

    West Temple

  • Parking details

    There is limited Street Parking on 100s. There is a private lot that is adjacent to our patio space on the East side of the property, accessible from 100s. Additionally, there is parking available in the City Creek Center with the first 2 hours free.

  • Public transit

    multiple

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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What 790 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Utah

    Great for brunch

  • Salt Lake City

    Great for brunch

  • Salt Lake City

    Hot spot

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  1. Emily

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall1food3service3ambience4
    There must be something broken with the Open Table to Ivy and Varley connection because I specifically made a reservation for outside on Open Table, only for the hostess to rudely say she doesn't have it and outside was "fully booked". The email confirmations don't mention where you request the reservation so I feel like that information doesn't get sent. The food was really good but we were there for a bachelorette party and I felt the inside didn't match the mood of the night like the outside would've. Pretty disappointed in that and won't be returning for anything special since it doesn't seem like you can count on them. Maybe try calling the restaurant directly, either way, I am kind of over it.
  2. cflores

    Denver

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    If you can, sit outside! It's perfect out there! We ordered the everything brussel sprouts and the fried goat cheese to start. Both were great. I got the Verde breakfast sandwich which was awesome but the potatoes were a major let down compared to all the other food. As for the drinks, well, our server must be new cause she never checked back on us. She was nice but didn't seem to know what was fully going on.
  3. EatingEverywhere

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Carter was great! He took great care of us and the entire experience was wonderful. Food is unique and delicious and the vibe was good.
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Salt Lake City

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    The restaurant was amazing our server was a little slow based on how slow the restaurant was at the time. The food was incredible, and the time spent was very relaxed.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Salt Lake City

    9 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience4
    Came in for brunch with friends, the staff although friendly failed to submit our order so we sat there for about an hour before he came over and informed us what had happened. We finally received our order and the food was very bland and lukewarm. I have been in for dinner and really enjoyed it, it’s too bad this time was a total failure.
  6. OpenTable Diner

    Salt Lake City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    The food and experience was great. The only downside was the group that was celebrating a few birthdays was exceptionally noisy, but other than that we had a great time.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience2
    Flavorless fish tacos on Cinco de Mayo, with no sides and no salsa. Definitely not worth $22.
  8. JessicaC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience4
    Disappointed with the server not checking in regularly, the special was bland, the strawberry salad had one with too much balsamic dressing, the other overwhelming cheese. Brussel sprouts were incredible, the soup was too. Just wish the main dishes were the same.
  9. JustinC

    Salt Lake City

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    We ordered the brussel sprouts for an appetizer and they were fantastic. I don't know what sauces they added, but "mind-blowing". I then had the Chicken Caprese sandwich and again it was one of the best sandwiches I have ever eaten. The waitress recommended the Banana ____ Old Fashioned and it did not disappoint. Still alcohol forward as an old fashioned should be, but with a really fun banana aroma.
  10. JulieK

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thanks for a SUPER graduation lunch! Service, food, ambiance was exactly what we were looking for!
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Salt Lake City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We were in the back room for an early lunch so there were not a lot of people. I live the patio but it was not open yet due to the cold weather.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service is good. I appreciate a seasonal menu. Yum.
  13. Kristan

    Salt Lake City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Loved our server and the patio is one of the best in the city!
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Salt Lake City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our food was delicious and the service was perfect. The music was at a nice decibel and the songs played were some of our favorite! We will be back.
  15. Nicky

    Salt Lake City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    My birthday brunch was an amazing experience for my friends and I!
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Salt Lake City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious. I had the Thyme cocktail & the Wagyu burger with fries. The burger was nice, and the fries were some of the best I have ever had (literally!) and the Lavender Lemon bar for my birthday dessert. We were seated inside (raining that day) next to a window. Lots of plants indoors as well for a lovely ambiance.
  17. scmarshall

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    Food was delicious, particularly the beet hummus! Service was ok - our server rarely came to the table unless we flagged her down, and didn’t offer the specials until asked. But food and drinks were delivered quickly. Restaurant was very loud, but a fun atmosphere.
  18. kyyro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    food was amazing and the environment was so nice. it was wonderful not to hear children screaming and whining. our server, katie, was so observant and diligent. she overheard me telling my friend happy birthday and she came and brought us a dessert without even asking. she kept our water filled and she checked on us often and was so friendly and sweet! she was the best part of the entire dinner honestly!
  19. Schtanley

    Denver

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience2
    Great service. Great good at a good value. Large portions. One complaint: The music was so loud we had a hard time carrying on a conversation with our group. If we get seated outside we would definitely come back. If I had to sit inside and they had the music as loud I would think twice about it.
  20. BobbyD

    Salt Lake City

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall1food3service3ambience3
    My wife and I normally have dinner at Ivy & Varley before the play at the Eccles Theatre. Normally we enjoy our dinner very much. Sadly, last night we were disappointed. We had allowed 2 hrs for dinner before the play and told our server that we were not in a hurry. My wife and I shared a salad and ordered one entree to share. Our entree was brought to our table before we had finished our salad, making our dining experience feel quite rushed. The other problem we experienced is that our first and second choices from the wine list were not available. We finally were able to find a bottle of wine available with our third choice. Finally, we felt that the price of our meal was out of line. We had one salad, one entree, a $55 bottle of wine and our total charge was almost $150. Sadly, we will consider other dining options before our next play.
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Salt Lake City

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience3
    Service sucked. Food was decent but not great. Probably wouldn’t return
  22. NikkiS

    Denver

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    We had a 10:45 Sunday brunch reservation. Service was slow - our waitress did her best but was understaffed. Drinks were slow coming out. Brussel sprout appetizer was the highlight of the meal. My husband didn’t finish his Benedict because the meat tasted funky, my friend’s scrambled eggs were cold, and the potatoes in my fingerling were cold and undercooked. Cool looking space that seems to priority aesthetics over quality.
  23. NicholasB

    Salt Lake City

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Strange that there are only 3 baked oysters in the app. Hard to share with 2 or 4 people.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    23 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall3food3service1ambience2
    This was a team lunch with half of our team from Canada. The service was really slow and the restaurant was out of a lot of things. I was disappointed as I love ivy but this was a huge let down and the service was just not great. Didn’t feel like the server wanted to be there
  25. SavannahT

    Salt Lake City

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I've been here a few times and the food is always good. I also had the burnt honey old fashioned this time and it was delicious.
  26. Pass

    Orange County

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Food was just okay, service was lacking and ambiance was noisy and distracting. Most likely will not return. Attended for business event.
  27. Unicorn

    Salt Lake City

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience3
    We had the Rabbit frittata it was ok. They didn't have much of a gluten menu so went with the American for breakfast without the toast, the eggs I ordered scrambled and came out in what appeared to be powdered eggs in a big chunk it was gross.
  28. VikkiK

    Salt Lake City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We really enjoyed Easter brunch here. Super friendly staff, open, pretty and lively space - delicious food and drinks. I had eggs benedict - best hollandaise ever!
  29. JessicaP

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very delicious and intentional food. Love it! Been here 3 times and every time they slay!
  30. Mellmello

    Salt Lake City

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love coming here and bringing new people to try it, from ambience to drink selection, food quality, service! Everything is always soooo good
  31. AaronN

    Salt Lake City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Welp we found our new favorite restaurant. The chow here is divine and the portions are generous. Service has always been top notch and friendly. I cannot leave this review without lauding the brussel sprout appetizer. You simply must have it darling.
  32. BobM

    Salt Lake City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Interesting menu and nice service. Not a lot of decor ambiance and noisy. Will return
  33. AnonymousReviews

    Salt Lake City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience3
    Sadly, this was not my favorite experience. The service was great and the workers were all wonderful! However, all of the drinks and food were outrageously priced, yet quite bland and flavorless. I had a group of 7 and every one agreed the food and drinks were very disappointing for how much we paid. Other than that, the workers were great and the environment was fun.
  34. foodie

    Detroit

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    food was inventive and very tasty. i would recommend it.
  35. StaciC

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is my second time to this restaurant and it has been absolutely wonderful on both visits! Highly recommend the gem salad and gnocchi. However, I don't think you will be disappointed with anything on the menu. Our whole table really enjoyed everything, the service was great, and the ambience is upscale/ casual. Can't wait to try the patio this spring!
  36. Karchimex

    Denver

    61 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall2food4service3ambience1
    No mustard fir the corn beef??? Ran out of desserts!!
  37. Ericashirin

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I went here with two friends for dinner and we decided to share a few appetizers, salad, entree and soup. Each one was absolutely delicious. The Brussels sprouts were some of the best I’ve had, the sweet potato soup and Mac n cheese were unique and so good. We also loved the kimchi and rice bowl. Highly recommend the food here! The service was also very friendly.
  38. MelissaK

    Salt Lake City

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Came in for lunch. I believe they were short staffed, so our food was very slow. Our server was great, but we noticed she was busing her own tables, which explains slow service. Brussels were delicious, but way over dressed, as was the salad. Veggie burger, so so. Good cocktails, but small. That’s Utah though. Also, they did not have a single one of the wines by the glass that we wanted on the menu, or two off the bottles.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    Slow service for a business lunch, food and ambiance was otherwise great
  40. MikeyLiotta

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best Cheeseburger & Fries in SLC.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Ivy & Varley using the Order Online button. Ivy & Varley also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (801) 895-2846.

Ivy & Varley is rated 4.4 stars by 790 OpenTable diners.

Ivy & Varley does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Google Map for Ivy & Varley

55 W 100 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

Additional information

  • Cross street

    West Temple

  • Neighborhood

    Downtown

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    There is limited Street Parking on 100s. There is a private lot that is adjacent to our patio space on the East side of the property, accessible from 100s. Additionally, there is parking available in the City Creek Center with the first 2 hours free.

  • Public transit

    multiple

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Bobby McFarland

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

  • Phone number

    (801) 895-2846

  • Catering

    We offer a variety of different In house catering options. Please contact us for more information.

  • Private party facilities

    Ivy & Varley houses many different options for your private event needs. We have multiple private and semi private areas to choose from. This is the perfect place for a company gathering, rehearsal dinner, or private party. We can accommodate groups from 15 - 500.

  • Private party contact

    our Private Event Coordinator : (801) 895-2846

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